On Saturday, February 7, 2026, Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo, O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, and Kerwyn Garcia, S.C., First Gentleman, attended the Red Cross Children’s Carnival, popularly known as “Kiddies Carnival”, at the Queen’s Park Savannah. Celebrated under the theme “De Real Mas’ before de Big Mas’… Mas’ with a purpose!”, this year’s festivities marked the 70th anniversary of the event.
Their Excellencies were delighted to crown brother-and-sister duo Antonio and Annlee Rampersad as Junior King and Queen, for their portrayals of “Solarian, Firebird of Life and Light” and “D’ Butterfly Princess,” respectively.
As Patron of the Trinidad and Tobago Red Cross Society, Her Excellency commended the organisation for its continued commitment to nurturing creativity and cultural expression among the nation’s children.
